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Eric DeChaine is a Professor of Biology at Western Washington University (WWU) and Curator of the Pacific Northwest Herbarium (WWB). His research focuses on biodiversity conservation, alpine and Arctic plant ecology, and the impacts of climate change on species distribution. He holds a Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Colorado, Boulder, and has held academic positions at WWU since 2006, progressing from Assistant to Professor.
Education:
- Ph.D., Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Colorado, Boulder (2003)
- M.S., Zoology, University of Hawaii, Manoa (1995)
- B.S., Biology, University of California, San Diego (1991)
Research Interests: DeChaine explores the evolutionary and biogeographic histories of plant species, particularly in alpine and Arctic environments. He combines molecular, morphological, and environmental data to understand species adaptation and conservation challenges. His work emphasizes preserving biodiversity through spatial analysis and fostering environmental stewardship among students.
Publications Trends: His recent articles focus on climate change impacts on alpine flora, species distribution modeling, and phylogeographic analyses of Arctic-alpine plants. Key themes include genetic divergence in refugial populations and the integration of molecular data with ecological modeling.
Advising and Mentorship: He has mentored graduate students (BM Wendling, BR Forester) and undergraduates (SA Anderson, JM McNew) in biodiversity and molecular ecology projects. His research lab contributes to the Pacific Northwest Herbarium, a critical resource for botanical research and conservation.
